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Saturation drain current below threshold voltage is defined as the sub threshold current and varies exponentially with gate to source voltage. Check FAQs
Ids=12k'pWL(VGS-modu̲s(VT))2
Ids - Saturation Drain Current?k'p - Process Transconductance Parameter in PMOS?WL - Aspect Ratio?VGS - Voltage between Gate and Source?VT - Threshold Voltage?

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29.3933Edit=122.1Edit6Edit(2.86Edit-modu̲s(0.7Edit))2
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Drain Current in Saturation Region of PMOS Transistor Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
Ids=12k'pWL(VGS-modu̲s(VT))2
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Ids=122.1mS6(2.86V-modu̲s(0.7V))2
Next Step Convert Units
Ids=120.0021S6(2.86V-modu̲s(0.7V))2
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Ids=120.00216(2.86-modu̲s(0.7))2
Next Step Evaluate
Ids=0.02939328A
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
Ids=29.39328mA
LAST Step Rounding Answer
Ids=29.3933mA

Drain Current in Saturation Region of PMOS Transistor Formula Elements

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Saturation Drain Current
Saturation drain current below threshold voltage is defined as the sub threshold current and varies exponentially with gate to source voltage.
Symbol: Ids
Measurement: Electric CurrentUnit: mA
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Process Transconductance Parameter in PMOS
The Process Transconductance Parameter in PMOS (PTM) is a parameter used in semiconductor device modeling to characterize the performance of a transistor.
Symbol: k'p
Measurement: Electric ConductanceUnit: mS
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Aspect Ratio
Aspect ratio is defined as the ratio of the width of the transistor's channel to its length. It is the ratio of the width of the gate to the distance btw the source & drain regions of the transistor.
Symbol: WL
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Voltage between Gate and Source
The voltage between gate and source of a field-effect transistor (FET) is known as the gate-source voltage (VGS). It is an important parameter that affects the operation of the FET.
Symbol: VGS
Measurement: Electric PotentialUnit: V
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Threshold Voltage
Threshold voltage, also known as the gate threshold voltage or simply Vth, is a critical parameter in the operation of field-effect transistors, which are fundamental components in modern electronics.
Symbol: VT
Measurement: Electric PotentialUnit: V
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
modulus
Modulus of a number is the remainder when that number is divided by another number.
Syntax: modulus

Other Formulas to find Saturation Drain Current

​Go Drain Current in Saturation Region of PMOS Transistor given Vov
Ids=12k'pWL(Vov)2

Other formulas in P Channel Enhancement category

​Go Drain Current in Triode Region of PMOS Transistor
Id=k'pWL((VGS-modu̲s(VT))VDS-12(VDS)2)
​Go Drain Current in Triode Region of PMOS Transistor given Vsd
Id=k'pWL(modu̲s(Vov)-12VDS)VDS
​Go Overall Drain Current of PMOS Transistor
Id=12k'pWL(VGS-modu̲s(VT))2(1+VDSmodu̲s(Va))
​Go Process Transconductance Parameter of PMOS
k'p=μpCox

How to Evaluate Drain Current in Saturation Region of PMOS Transistor?

Drain Current in Saturation Region of PMOS Transistor evaluator uses Saturation Drain Current = 1/2*Process Transconductance Parameter in PMOS*Aspect Ratio*(Voltage between Gate and Source-modulus(Threshold Voltage))^2 to evaluate the Saturation Drain Current, The Drain Current in Saturation Region of PMOS Transistor drain current first increases linearly with the applied drain-to-source voltage, but then reaches a maximum value. A depletion layer located at the drain end of the gate accommodates the additional drain-to-source voltage. This behavior is referred to as drain current saturation. Saturation Drain Current is denoted by Ids symbol.

How to evaluate Drain Current in Saturation Region of PMOS Transistor using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Drain Current in Saturation Region of PMOS Transistor, enter Process Transconductance Parameter in PMOS (k'p), Aspect Ratio (WL), Voltage between Gate and Source (VGS) & Threshold Voltage (VT) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Drain Current in Saturation Region of PMOS Transistor

What is the formula to find Drain Current in Saturation Region of PMOS Transistor?
The formula of Drain Current in Saturation Region of PMOS Transistor is expressed as Saturation Drain Current = 1/2*Process Transconductance Parameter in PMOS*Aspect Ratio*(Voltage between Gate and Source-modulus(Threshold Voltage))^2. Here is an example- 29393.28 = 1/2*0.0021*6*(2.86-modulus(0.7))^2.
How to calculate Drain Current in Saturation Region of PMOS Transistor?
With Process Transconductance Parameter in PMOS (k'p), Aspect Ratio (WL), Voltage between Gate and Source (VGS) & Threshold Voltage (VT) we can find Drain Current in Saturation Region of PMOS Transistor using the formula - Saturation Drain Current = 1/2*Process Transconductance Parameter in PMOS*Aspect Ratio*(Voltage between Gate and Source-modulus(Threshold Voltage))^2. This formula also uses Modulus (modulus) function(s).
What are the other ways to Calculate Saturation Drain Current?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Saturation Drain Current-
  • Saturation Drain Current=1/2*Process Transconductance Parameter in PMOS*Aspect Ratio*(Effective Voltage)^2OpenImg
Can the Drain Current in Saturation Region of PMOS Transistor be negative?
No, the Drain Current in Saturation Region of PMOS Transistor, measured in Electric Current cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Drain Current in Saturation Region of PMOS Transistor?
Drain Current in Saturation Region of PMOS Transistor is usually measured using the Milliampere[mA] for Electric Current. Ampere[mA], Microampere[mA], Centiampere[mA] are the few other units in which Drain Current in Saturation Region of PMOS Transistor can be measured.
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